Roland CDX-1 User Manual

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly.

Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly.

* Material damage refers to damage or

other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.

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• Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual.

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• Do not open or perform any internal modifications on the unit or its AC adaptor. (The only exception would be where this manual provides specific instructions which should be followed in order to put in place user-installable options; see p. 15.)

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• Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within it (except when this manual provides specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the "Information" page.

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• Never use or store the unit in places that are:

• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct

sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of heat-generating equipment); or are

• Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors);

or are

• Humid; or are

• Exposed to rain; or are

• Dusty; or are

• Subject to high levels of vibration.

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• Make sure you always have the unit placed so it is level and sure to remain stable. Never place it on stands that could wobble, or on inclined surfaces.

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The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.

The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the unit must never be disassembled.

The ● symbol alerts the user to things that must be

carried out. The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the powercord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.

• If this adaptor is used while it is emitting smoke, generating a strange odor or making an abnormal noise, it could cause fire or electric shock. Turn off the main switch immediately, then be sure to pull the power plug from the outlet. After making sure that smoke is no longer emitted, take it to your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the "Information" page.

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• During a thunder storm, do not touch the electric plug. Doing so could cause electric chock.

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• Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied with the unit. Also, make sure the line voltage at the installation matches the input voltage specified on the AC adaptor’s body. Other AC adaptors may use a different polarity, or be designed for a different voltage, so their use could result in damage, malfunction, or electric shock.

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• Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord, nor place heavy objects on it. Doing so can damage the cord, producing severed elements and short circuits. Damaged cords are fire and shock hazards!

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• This unit, either alone or in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speakers, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level, or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should immediately stop using the unit, and consult an audiologist.

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• Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.

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• Immediately turn the power off, remove the AC adaptor from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information“ page when:

• The AC adaptor, the power-supply cord, or the

plug has been damaged; or

• Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been

spilled onto the unit; or

• The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise

has become wet); or

• The unit does not appear to operate normally or

exhibits a marked change in performance.

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• In households with small children, an adult should provide supervision until the child is capable of following all the rules essential for the safe operation of the unit.

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• Protect the unit from strong impact.

(Do not drop it!)

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• Do not force the unit’s power-supply cord to share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices. Be especially careful when using extension cords—the total power used by all devices you have connected to the extension cord’s outlet must never exceed the power rating (watts/amperes) for the extension cord. Excessive loads can cause the insulation on the cord to heat up and eventually melt through.

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• Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information“ page.

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• Always turn the unit off and unplug the AC adaptor before attempting installation of the memory DIMM board ( p. 14).

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• DO NOT play a CD-ROM disc on a conventional audio CD player. The resulting sound may be of a level that could cause permanent hearing loss. Damage to speakers or other system components may result.

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• The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so their location or position does not interfere with their proper ventilation.

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• Always grasp only the plug on the AC adaptor cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

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• Whenever the unit is to remain unused for an extended period of time, disconnect the AC adaptor.

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• Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be placed so they are out of the reach of children.

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• Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit.

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• Never handle the AC adaptor or its plugs with wet hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

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• Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC adaptor and all cords coming from external devices.

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• Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet ( p. 34).

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• If the power plug is damaged, or if the plug is loose when plugged into the outlet, do not use the AC power adapter. Doing so could cause electric shock, short circuit, or fire.

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• Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in your area, disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet.

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• Install only the specified memory DIMM board. Remove only the specified screws ( p. 14).

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• Should you remove ground screws and screws fastening the expanding memory cover, make sure to put them in a safe place out of children's reach, so there is no chance of them being swallowed accidentally.

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Contents

IMPORTANT NOTES ...............................................................................9

Introduction....................................................................11

Before you begin...................................................................................12

Check the contents of the package.......................................................................................................12

Main features of the CDX-1................................................................................................................... 12

Expanding the memory ........................................................................14

Precautions for expanding memory...........................................................................................14

How to expand the memory .................................................................................................................. 15

Removing the memory.................................................................................................................16

Verifying that the memory is recognized by the CDX-1 .................................................................16

Verify that the memory module has been installed in the socket correctly.........................16

Memory read/write test—DIMM diagnostics..........................................................................17

Learning about CD-R/RW discs...........................................................18

What is a CD-R/RW disc? ......................................................................................................................18

What is a CD-R disc? .................................................................................................................... 18

What is a CD-RW disc? ................................................................................................................ 18

Writing to a CD-R disc ...........................................................................................................................18

Discs for use on the CDX-1.................................................................................................................... 19

List of usable discs for each operation.......................................................................................19

Recommended CD-R/CD-RW discs..........................................................................................19

CD-R/RW disc handling and cleaning................................................................................................ 20

Disc handling.................................................................................................................................20

Disc cleaning.................................................................................................................................. 20

Panel Descriptions................................................................................21

Top Panel ..................................................................................................................................................21

Front Panel................................................................................................................................................30

Rear Panel ................................................................................................................................................. 30

Basic operation of the CDX-1 ..............................................................32

Connecting peripheral equipment....................................................................................................... 32

Turning the Power On and Off ............................................................................................................33

Turning On the Power.................................................................................................................. 33

Turning Off the Power ................................................................................................................. 34

Inserting/removing a disc......................................................................................................................35

Inserting a disc............................................................................................................................... 35

Removing a disc ............................................................................................................................ 36

Switching among the Basic screens.....................................................................................................37

The Basic screens........................................................................................................................... 37

If you are confused about operations or screens—Going back to the Basic screen.............38

Adjusting the brightness of the screen display—Contrast .....................................................38

Switching the Big Time display ..................................................................................................38

Viewing information on the CD-RW disc—Song Information screen..................................39

Naming a song (CD-RW disc)..................................................................................................... 39

Returning the CDX-1 to the factory settings—Initialize .................................................................40

What you need to do to create your own CD .....................................42

Steps taken in producing an original CD........................................................................................... 42

Listening to the demo disc..................................................................................................................... 45

Playing the demo disc ..................................................................................................................45

Playing an audio CD....................................................... 47

How to play an audio CD—the CD Player...........................................48

About the Display...................................................................................................................................48

CD Player screen...........................................................................................................................48

Switching the time display .......................................................................................................... 48

Playing and stopping a song.................................................................................................................49

Playing/stopping an audio CD...................................................................................................49

Changing the playback location...........................................................................................................50

Moving to the previous/next track............................................................................................50

To go back to the beginning of an audio CD ............................................................................50

Rewind/fast-forward...................................................................................................................50

Repeatedly playing a specified region—the Repeat function........................................................51

Registering the repeat region ...................................................................................................... 51

Canceling the repeat region.........................................................................................................51

Changing the way in which audio CD volume is adjusted............................................................52

Collecting audio material................................................ 53

Recording a sound to a pad—Sampling.............................................54

What is sampling?...................................................................................................................................54

Pads and banks ........................................................................................................................................ 54

Eight pads and 64 pad banks.......................................................................................................54

Switching pad banks.....................................................................................................................54

Naming a pad bank ......................................................................................................................55

Sampling to a pad.................................................................................................................................... 56

Sampling an external sound........................................................................................................ 56

Sampling from a CD audio clip collection inserted in the CDX-1.........................................57

Loading a Windows WAVE file.................................................................................................. 58

Using free audio sources from the Internet............................................................................... 59

Making settings in the Sampling screen ............................................................................................60

Selecting the audio quality and sampling time appropriate for the material—Data Type

Specifying stereo or mono—Type ..............................................................................................61

Automatically start sampling when sound is input—Start with........................................... 61

Making sure to capture the beginning of the sound—Pre Trigger........................................62

Sampling from a pad to another pad—Resampling......................................................................... 63

If the display indicates “Memory Full.”.............................................................................................64

Increasing the Remaining Memory—Optimize Sample.................................................................64

Deleting a sample—Delete Sample..................................................................................................... 65

Deleting samples individually....................................................................................................65

Deleting all samples of a pad bank—Bank Erase..................................................................... 65

Preventing accidental erasure of pads—Bank Protect......................................................................66

Protecting/unprotecting a pad bank .........................................................................................66

Saving Pad/Sequence on a CD-RW disc.............................................................................................67

More about saving Pad/Sequence .............................................................................................67

Saving Pad/Sequence................................................................................................................... 67

Loading Pad/Sequence from a CD-RW disc.......................................................................................68

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Playing the pad samples......................................................................69

Basic ways to play samples....................................................................................................................69

Playing a sample ........................................................................................................................... 69

Adjusting the Overall Sample Volume...................................................................................... 69

Playing samples simultaneously.................................................................................................69

Playing pads while audio tracks play back...............................................................................69

Playing pads while you play back an audio CD ...................................................................... 69

Changing how a pad starts and stops sounding—Pad Play............................................................ 70

Crossfading the pad samples you play—Pad Crossfade.................................................................71

Making the sound continue even after you release the pad—Hold.............................................. 72

Using Hold..................................................................................................................................... 72

Using Hold for multiple samples ...............................................................................................72

Playing repeatedly—Loop mode.......................................................................................................... 73

Preventing specific samples from sounding simultaneously—Mute Groups............................74

Playing a sample from a connected foot switch................................................................................75

Specifying the Function of the Foot Switch............................................................................... 75

Specifying the pad sample that will be played by the foot switch ........................................ 75

Editing the sample of a pad .................................................................76

Adjusting the volume of a sample—Sample Level .......................................................................... 76

Displaying the correct tempo of a sample.......................................................................................... 77

Adjusting the start/end points of the sound—Trim Sample .......................................................... 78

What are the Start/Loop points and Length?...........................................................................78

Setting each point..........................................................................................................................78

Automatically removing Empty Portion at the Beginnings and Ends of Samples ............. 79

Expanding and Compressing a sample to modify the length or tempo.......................................80

Matching the tempo to another sample—Tempo Match ........................................................ 80

Expanding/compressing by a specified percentage or tempo—Time Stretch .................... 81

Copying a sample to another pad—Clipboard.................................................................................. 82

Splitting a sample among several pads—Divide Sample...............................................................83

Specifying a division point and dividing a sample in two..................................................... 83

Automatically dividing a sample at silent portions................................................................. 84

Dividing a sample at the timing that you press a button........................................................ 85

Creating a “reverse tape” style sample—Create Reversal............................................................... 86

Boosting the sample level as high as possible—Normalize ........................................................... 87

Arranging audio samples to create a song—Sequence....................88

What is a sequence? ................................................................................................................................88

About the sequence tracks.....................................................................................................................88

About the tempo of the sequence ............................................................................................... 88

Recording pad operations as you play pads—Realtime Recording..............................................90

Realtime recording........................................................................................................................ 90

Recording while you listen to the playback of another sequence track................................91

Recording while you listen to the playback of the audio tracks............................................91

Correcting timing inaccuracies while you record—Quantize................................................ 92

Recording pad operations at the specified interval—Step Recording..........................................93

Button functions during step recording ....................................................................................93

Step recording................................................................................................................................ 94

Adding dynamics while you step-record..................................................................................95

Playing a sequence track........................................................................................................................96

Playing sequence tracks and audio tracks simultaneously.............................................................97

Editing a sequence track ........................................................................................................................98

Moving a phrase—Move.............................................................................................................. 98

Pasting a phrase at a different location—Paste.........................................................................99

Cutting a phrase—Cut................................................................................................................100

Erasing Phrases—Erase..............................................................................................................101

Inserting a phrase in another location—Insert .......................................................................102

Dividing the phrase at the current location—Split ................................................................ 103

Finely Adjusting the Timing of Each Phrase—Adjust Timing.............................................104

Adjusting the volume setting for each phrase........................................................................ 105

Edit on Sequence Play List screen—Quick Edit .....................................................................106

Deleting a sequence track....................................................................................................................107

Recording the sequence playback sound on audio track..............................................................108

Creating an audio CD ................................................... 109

Prepare for recording—Multitrack recording...................................110

What is multitrack recording?.............................................................................................................110

Preparing a CD-RW disc for use —Format....................................................................................... 110

Preparing a new CD-RW disc for use ...................................................................................... 110

Erasing the entire contents of a CD-RW disc.......................................................................... 112

Monitoring the sound of a connected instrument .......................................................................... 113

Selecting the input source.......................................................................................................... 113

Adjusting the input sensitivity.................................................................................................. 113

Monitoring the sound................................................................................................................. 113

Setting the left/right position (pan) of the input sound .......................................................113

Tuning an instrument—Tuner............................................................................................................114

Adjusting the Tuning..................................................................................................................114

Setting the reference pitch of the tuner....................................................................................115

Using the rhythm guide ....................................................................................................................... 116

Playing/stopping the rhythm guide........................................................................................ 116

Adjusting the Volume of the Rhythm Guide.......................................................................... 116

Changing the time signature.....................................................................................................116

Changing the rhythm pattern....................................................................................................117

Changing the tempo ................................................................................................................... 117

Setting the tempo and rhythm pattern of the song—Tempo Map ...................................... 117

Deleting a tempo map ................................................................................................................ 118

Playing the rhythm guide according to the tempo map ....................................................... 118

Recording/playing back a performance............................................119

Recording a Performance.....................................................................................................................119

Select the audio track for recording..........................................................................................119

Record........................................................................................................................................... 120

Re-recording only a mistake—Punch-in/out.................................................................................... 121

Using the Record button to punch-in/out .............................................................................. 121

Using a foot switch to punch-in/out........................................................................................ 122

Automatically punching-in/out at a specified location—Auto Punch-in/out..................122

Recording an additional performance while listening to an existing performance—Overdubbing

Select the audio track to record.................................................................................................124

Recording while you listen to the playback............................................................................ 124

Combining the performances of multiple audio tracks—Bounce Recording...........................125

Bounce recording procedure.....................................................................................................125

Playing back and stopping a recorded performance...................................................................... 126

Playing back/stopping............................................................................................................... 126

Adjusting the volume of each track..........................................................................................126

Silencing a specific audio track—Mute.................................................................................... 126

Saving Song settings on a CD-RW disc ............................................................................................ 126

Saving Song settings................................................................................................................... 126

Increasing the free space on a CD-RW disc—Optimize Disc....................................................... 127

Repeatedly playing a specified region—the Repeat function......................................................128

Registering the repeat region .................................................................................................... 128

Canceling the registration..........................................................................................................128

Assigning markers within a song—Marker..................................................................................... 129

Assigning a marker.....................................................................................................................129

Moving to the location of a marker..........................................................................................129

Deleting a marker........................................................................................................................ 129

Changing the location of a marker...........................................................................................130

Naming a marker........................................................................................................................130

Stopping the song automatically—Marker Stop............................................................................. 131

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Editing a recorded performance to create an audio CD..................132

Preparing to write a CD-R disc—Mixdown ..................................................................................... 132

Setting the left/right position (pan) of each audio track.......................................................132

Adjusting the tone of each audio track—Equalizer...............................................................132

Adjusting the overall volume balance—Master Balance ......................................................132

Mixing down................................................................................................................................133

Listen to the result of Mixing down.........................................................................................133

Adjusting the mastering tools...................................................................................................134

Completing your original CD—CD Burning................................................................................... 135

Writing to a CD-R disc ............................................................................................................... 135

Finishing the CD Burning.......................................................................................................... 135

Finalizing a CD-R disc................................................................................................................136

Taking full advantage of the CDX-1..............................137

More functions for the CDX-1 ............................................................138

Undoing a recording/editing operation ............................................................................................ 138

Undoing a recording or editing operation—Undo................................................................138

Canceling the Undo—Redo....................................................................................................... 138

Cueing to a precise location—Preview..............................................................................................139

Adjusting the current location while listening to the preceding and/or following sound

Using Scrub to make fine adjustments in the cue location—Scrub Preview...................... 140

Using the insert effects.........................................................................................................................141

What is an insert effect? .............................................................................................................141

What is a patch?...........................................................................................................................141

How the patches are organized ................................................................................................141

Using an insert effect..................................................................................................................142

Editing the insert effect settings................................................................................................142

Saving insert effect settings ....................................................................................................... 143

Copying a patch to create a new patch.................................................................................... 143

Changing the insert effect connections....................................................................................144

Using the loop effects........................................................................................................................... 145

What is a loop effect?..................................................................................................................145

Editing the loop effect settings..................................................................................................145

Creating a backup CD-RW disc..........................................................................................................147

Backing up song data on a CD-RW disc.................................................................................. 147

Connecting with a digital audio device............................................................................................148

In Order to Make a Digital recording with CD player..........................................................148

To Prevent Digital recording with CD players.......................................................................149

Prohibiting digital copying—Digital Copy Prohibit.............................................................. 150

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Using the CDX-1 with other MIDI devices.........................................151

MIDI Fundamentals..............................................................................................................................151

Switching MIDI OUT/THRU..............................................................................................................152

Using MIDI to control the CDX-1 from another device.................................................................153

Play samples ................................................................................................................................153

Switch the pad bank ...................................................................................................................153

Synchronized playback with the CDX-1 as the master.................................................................. 154

Using MTC (master) ................................................................................................................... 154

Using MMC............................................................................................................................................156

Using the CDX-1 as the MMC master...................................................................................... 156

Using the CDX-1 as an MMC slave..........................................................................................157

Using an external MIDI sound module to play the rhythm guide..............................................158

How the rhythm guide sounds correspond to note numbers.............................................. 158

CD direct recording....................................................... 159

Recording to a CD-R disc—CD Recorder.........................................160

Recording an external audio source to a CD-R disc .......................................................................161

Recording samples played using Pad Crossfade on a CD-R disc................................................ 162

Recording the sequence playback on a CD-R disc ......................................................................... 163

Appendices .................................................................. 165

Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................... 166

Major Message List...............................................................................................................................170

Rhythm Pattern List.............................................................................................................................. 172

Mixer effect parameter functions....................................................................................................... 174

Insert effect algorithm list ................................................................................................................... 175

Glossary................................................................................................................................................... 204

Parameter List.........................................................................................................................................208

MIDI Implementation..........................................................................................................................212

Mixer Block Diagram............................................................................................................................217

Specifications.........................................................................................................................................218

Index.........................................................................................................................................................220

IMPORTANT NOTES

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In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on p. 2–3, please read and observe the following:

Power Supply

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• Do not use this unit on the same power circuit with any device that will generate line noise (such as an electric motor or variable lighting system).

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• The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long hours of consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a cause for concern.

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• Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions and/or damage to speakers or other devices.

Placement

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• Using the unit near power amplifiers (or other equipment containing large power transformers) may induce hum. To alleviate the problem, change the orientation of this unit; or move it farther away from the source of interference.

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• This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.

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• Observe the following when using the unit’s CD-RW drive. For further details, refer to “Before Using Compact Discs” (p. 10).

❍ Do not place the unit near devices that produce a

strong magnetic field (e.g., loudspeakers).

❍ Install the unit on a solid, level surface. ❍ Do not move the unit or subject it to vibration while

the drive is operating.

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• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near devices that radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle, or otherwise subject it to temperature extremes. Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit.

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• To avoid possible breakdown, do not use the unit in a wet area, such as an area exposed to rain or other moisture.

Maintenance

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• For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or one that has been slightly dampened with water. To remove stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a mild, non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.

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• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.

Additional Precautions

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• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data that was stored on a CD-R/RW disc once it has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

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• Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.

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• Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.

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• If you put stickers or adhesive tape on the panel surface, peel slowly. Or the prints may be removed together.

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• When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable’s internal elements.

558a

• To avoid disturbing your neighbors, try to keep the unit’s volume at reasonable levels. You may prefer to use headphones, so you do not need to be concerned about those around you (especially when it is late at night).

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• When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box (including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, you will need to use equivalent packaging materials.

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• Use a cable from Roland to make the connection. If using some other make of connection cable, please note the following precautions.

❍ Some connection cables contain resistors. Do not use

cables that incorporate resistors for connecting to this unit. The use of such cables can cause the sound level to be extremely low, or impossible to hear. For information on cable specifications, contact the manufacturer of the cable.

Electric wave obstacle

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• CD-RW drive is authorized to conform to the chapter 15, and the regulation for the division B digital devices of the FCC regulation, which is for the prevention of electric wave obstacle by the installation in the residence. CD-RW drive generates, uses or radiates radio frequency energy, and may cause obstacle to the radio communication if you use it in irregular manners. If the wave jamming may happen on the radio and TV, please try the following. But we cannot guarantee that the obstacle is completely eliminated.

❍ Turn off the power of CDX-1. ❍ Change the location and direction of the antennae of

the radio and TV.

❍ Keep CDX-1 and the receiver away.

❍ Supply the power to CDX-1 and the receiver from the

different power outlet.

❍ Consult your nearest Roland Service Center or autho-

rized Roland distributor in your country.

Laser beam

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• If you operate the operating section, controlling section and drive section of this device in irregular manners, harmful ray may be radiated. Laser beam radiated from the optical pickup is harmful to your eyes and body. Please observe the following.

❍ Do not attempt to open the optical pickup unit. ❍ When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland

Service Center or authorized Roland distributor in your country.

Before Using Compact Discs

Handling the CD-RW Drive

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• Install the unit on a solid, level surface in an area free from vibration.

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• Avoid using the unit immediately after it has been moved to a location with a level of humidity that is greatly different than its former location. Rapid changes in the environment can cause condensation to form inside the drive, which will adversely affect the operation of the drive and/or damage discs. When the unit has been moved, allow it to become accustomed to the new environment (allow a few hours) before operating it.

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• Remove any disc from the drive before powering up or down.

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• To avoid the risk of malfunction and/or damage, insert only discs with into the CD-RW drive. Never insert

any other type of disc. Avoid getting paper clips, coins, or any other foreign objects inside the drive.

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• When you carry CDX-1, remove the disc from the loading tray. Do not carry the device with the loading tray downward.

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• Avoid vibration and shock during operating. Do not carry with the power on.

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• The pickup is designed to be dust-proof. Do not use pickup cleaners, since they may cause malfunction.

Handling Compact Discs (CD-R/RW/ ROM)

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• Upon handling the discs, please observe the following.

❍ Do not touch the recorded surface of the disc. ❍ Do not use at the places with dust. ❍ Do not leave the disc in the direct sunlight or enclosed

vehicle (proper temperature: 10-50 degree centigrade).

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• Avoid touching or scratching the shiny underside (encoded surface) of the disc. Damaged or dirty discs may not be read/write properly. Keep your discs clean using a commercially available CD cleaner.

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• Keep the disc in the case.

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• Do not keep the disc in the CD-RW drive for a long time.

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• Do not put a sticker on the label of the disc.

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• Wipe the disc with a soft and dry cloth radially from inside to outside. Do not wipe along circumference.

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• Do not use benzine, record cleaner spray or solvents of any kind.

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• Do not bend the disc.

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• Unauthorized recording, distribution, sale, lending, public performance, broadcasting, or the like, in whole or in part, of a work (musical composition, video, broadcast, public performance, or the like) whose copyright is held by a third party is prohibited by law.

852a

• When exchanging audio signals through a digital connection with an external instrument, this unit can perform recording without being subject to the restrictions of the Serial Copy Management System (SCMS). This is because the unit is intended solely for musical production, and is designed not to be subject to restrictions as long as it is used to record works (such as your own compositions) that do not infringe on the copyrights of others. (SCMS is a feature that prohibits second-generation and later copying through a digital connection. It is built into MD recorders and other consumer digital-audio equipment as a copyright-protection feature.)

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• Do not use this unit for purposes that could infringe on a copyright held by a third party. Roland assumes no responsibility whatsoever with regard to any infringements of third-party copyrights arising through your use of this unit.

About the License Agreement

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• The CDX-1 and its CD-R capability are designed to allow you to reproduce material to which you have copyright, or material which the copyright owner has granted you permission to copy. Accordingly, reproduction of Music CD or other copyrighted material without permission of the copyright owner avoiding technical prohibiting features of second-generation and later copying like SCMS or others constitutes copyright infringement and may incur penalties even in case such reproduction is for your own personal use and enjoyment (private use). Consult a copyright specialist or special publications for more detailed information on obtaining such permission from copyright holders.

Introduction

Before you begin

Check the contents of the package

The CDX-1 is packaged with the following items. Please make sure that you have all of them.

❒ CDX-1 (one unit) ❒ CD-RW blank disc (one) ❒ Demo disc (Songs, Samples) (one) ❒ CDX-1 Owner’s Manual (this document) ❒ Effect Patch List ❒ AC Adopter: USB-2U

About the included disc

● Demo disc (multitrack recording)

This is a demo disc containing a multitrack recording. When you play it back, the state of the multitrack recording will be reproduced. (➔ “Listening to the demo disc”; p. 45)

Main features of the CDX-1

DO NOT play the demo disc on a conventional audio CD player. The resulting sound may be of a level that could cause permanent hearing loss. Damage to speakers or other system components may result.

Easy operation from recording/editing to audio CD production

● The CDX-1 is designed to be operated as easily as a cassette tape recorder, even

by beginners. From recording and editing to producing an audio CD, you can experience the power of digital recording from the day you first take it out of the box.

● The liquid crystal display shows icons to indicate various types of information.

Sampling functionality

● The CDX-1’s Sampling function lets you record your favorite audio material to

a pad (p. 53). You can freely edit the sampled materials. Since edited samples can be added to the instrumental performances that you record, this function gives you a wide range of possibilities for song creation.

● WAVE files can be loaded from a mixed-mode CD (AUDIO+WAVE) and

assigned to pads. Simply select from the WAVE files that appear in the display, and press [YES/ENTER].

➔ “Loading a Windows WAVE file” (p. 58)

Versatile CD play functions

● Without using any other equipment, you can play back a CD on the CDX-1 while

you press the pads to play samples, or input a mic or guitar.

Rhythm Guide function

● The Rhythm Guide function makes it easy to capture phrases or musical ideas

that come to mind. Simply select an appropriate rhythm pattern, and set the tempo.

➔ “Using the rhythm guide” (p. 116)

WAVE file (p. 207)

A diverse array of connectors

● The CDX-1 provides four type of input jacks. Since a high impedance phone jack

(GUITAR/BASS) is also provided, a guitar or bass can be connected directly.

● RCA phone type MASTER jacks (stereo) are provided.

● Both coaxial type and optical type digital I/O connectors are provided, allowing

digital connections to audio devices (e.g., CD players, DAT recorders, MD recorders).

● MIDI connectors (IN, OUT/THRU) are provided. You can synchronize the

performance with an external MIDI sequencer, or play the rhythm guide (p. 116) on an external MIDI sound module.

➔ “Using the CDX-1 with other MIDI devices” (p. 151)

Digital audio workstation

All processes are fully digital

In addition to a digital mixer and digital disc recorder, the CDX-1 contains two digital effects processors.

Bounce-recording (p. 125), effect processing, mixdown (p. 133), and completing your original CD since a CD-R/RW drive is built in, all processes of the music production process including editing, are performed in full-digital form, preventing any loss of audio signal quality.

Two versatile digital effects processors

The CDX-1 contains two types of effect unit. One type is for recording (insert effect; p. 141) and the other type is independent send/return effects (loop effect; p. 145). These two types can be used simultaneously. This means that the CDX-1 is all you need to produce a sophisticated song without using external effect devices.

A variety of simulations and effects are provided as insert effects, including amp simulations generated using COSM technology. In addition to effects for guitar, numerous multi-effects for vocals or keyboard are also provided.

As loop effects, you can use a broad range of spatial-type effects in stereo, including chorus, delay, and reverb effects that are indispensable for mixdown (p. 133).

By using insert effects and loop effects simultaneously, you can perform all effect processing at once—from creative sound-making to placement in the sound field.

Undo/Redo function

The Undo/Redo function lets you cancel the results of an editing and a recording mistake.

➔ “Undoing a recording/editing operation” (p. 138)

Quick movement to a point

You can assign a marker to a desired location (point). If you assign markers to locations such as the end of the opening or the beginning of a solo, you will be able to move instantly to the point where you wish to begin listening.

➔ “Assigning markers within a song—Marker” (p. 129)

Before you begin

COSM (p. 204)

Before you begin

Expanding the memory

The CDX-1 comes with 32 MB of memory into which audio samples can be loaded. However, in some cases, 32 MB of memory will be insufficient for loading large amounts of data. In such a case, you will have to add separately sold memory (DIMM). Memory can be expanded up to 128 MB.

Before expanding the memory, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor.

Precautions for expanding memory

• Always turn the unit off and unplug the AC adaptor before attempting installation of the memory DIMM board.

• Install only the specified memory DIMM board. Remove only the specified screws.

• To avoid the risk of damage to internal components that can be caused by static electricity, please carefully observe the following whenever you handle the board.

❍ Before you touch the board, always first grasp a metal object (such as a water

pipe), so you are sure that any static electricity you might have been carrying has been discharged.

❍ When handling the board, grasp it only by its edges. Avoid touching any of

the electronic components or connectors.

❍ Save the bag in which the board was originally shipped, and put the board

back into it whenever you need to store or transport it.

• Do not touch any of the printed circuit pathways or connection terminals.

• Never use excessive force when installing a circuit board. If it doesn’t fit properly on the first attempt, remove the board and try again.

• When circuit board installation is complete, double-check your work.

• When turning the unit upside-down, get a bunch of newspapers or magazines, and place them under the four corners or at both ends to prevent damage to the buttons and controls. Also, you should try to orient the unit so no buttons or controls get damaged.

• When turning the unit upside-down, handle with care to avoid dropping it, or allowing it to fall or tip over.

• Use a Philips screwdriver of the appropriate size to avoid damaging the screw heads (a number of 2 screwdriver). If an unsuitable screwdriver is used, the head of the screw may be stripped.

• Turn the screwdriver counter-clockwise to loosen the screws-turn it clockwise to tighten them.

If you add 128 MB of separately sold memory, the standard 32 MB of memory will no longer be used.

In case of expanding memory other than 128 MB of memory, turn on the power, a message “Wrong DIMM Type! Turn off the power, and replace w/correct one” appears, and. At this time, the CDX-1 will not operate normally.

tightenloosen

• Be careful not to cut your hand on the edge of the cover or the opening edge while removing the cover.

• Be careful not to let the screws drop inside the CDX-1's body.

• Do not touch the circuitry or the connectors.

• Do not force a memory board into its slot. If it can't be inserted smoothly, take it out, check its orientation and try again.

How to expand the memory

1. Turn off the power to the CDX-1 and any connected equipment, and then

disconnect all cables attached to the CDX-1.

2. Turn the CDX-1 upside-down, and remove the expanding memory cover.

fig.12-02a

screws to be removed (two)

the expanding memory cover

Expanding the memory

When turning the unit upsidedown, get a bunch of newspapers or magazines, and place them under the four corners or at both ends to prevent damage to the buttons and controls. Also, you should try to orient the unit so no

uttons or controls get

damaged.

Expanding the memory

fig.12-03

3. Press outward the white clips at either

end of the socket should be in the downward position.

fig.12-02

4. Paying attention to the location of the

notch on the memory module and the orientation, insert it vertically within the guides at either side of the socket.

fig.12-04

5. Move the white clips upward, and press

them until the memory module is locked in place.

If you have difficulty inserting the memory module, try tilting it a bit and inserting one end at a time.

6. Return the CDX-1’s top cover to its original position.

Expanding the memory

Removing the memory

To remove the memory module, reverse the installation procedure.

1. Simultaneously press outward the white clips located at either end of the socket.

fig.12-05

2. Remove the memory module from the socket.

Verifying that the memory is recognized by the CDX-1

Before re-connecting the CDX-1 to any peripheral devices, check to verify that the added memory is being correctly recognized.

Verify that the memory module has been installed in the socket correctly

1. Turn on the power, as described in “Turning On the Power” (p. 33).

fig.15-04

After several seconds when the CDX-1 starts up normally, the post-fader screen appears.

2. Press [UTILITY].

The Menu are displayed as icon.

fig.2-06

3. Press CURSOR [ ] to select the DIMM

Diagnosis icon.

4. Press [YES/ENTER].

fig.2-07

The DIMM Diagnosis screen appears. “DIMM” will indicate status the expanding

internal memory. If the memory has been detected correctly, this will indicate “INSTALLED.”

* If “DIMM” shows “NOT INSTALLED” even though you installed expanding memory, the added

memory has not been detected correctly. As described in “Turning off the power” (p. 34), turn off the power. Please re-install the memory correctly, as described in “How to expand the memory” (p. 15).

5. Press [DISPLAY] to return to the Basic screen.

Memory read/write test—DIMM diagnostics

You can perform a read/write test to see whether the additional wave memory you installed can be used by the CDX-1. Perform this test after installing memory, or if an error message relating to memory is displayed.

1. Press [UTILITY].

The Menu are displayed as icon.

fig.2-06

2. Press CURSOR [ ] to select the DIMM

Diagnosis icon.

3. Press [YES/ENTER].

fig.2-07

The DIMM Diagnosis screen appears.

4. Press [YES/ENTER] to execute the check.

When the test is complete, a screen appears showing its results. Memory boards that have successfully passed the write/read test are marked “OK”

at the “Diagnosis.” Memory boards that have not passed the write/read test are marked “NG” at the

“Diagnosis.”

* Memory for which “NG” is displayed cannot be used with the CDX-1. In this case, turn

off the power as described in “Turning off the power” (p. 34). Then remove the memory as described in “Removing the memory” (p. 16).

* If any pad/sequence is held in internal memory of CDX-1 when you carry out DIMM diagnosis,

the massage “You’ll lose PAD/SEQ by diagnosis. Sure?” appears. If you are ready to execute the check, press [YES/ENTER]. Press [NO/EXIT], DIMM diagnosis will be canceled.

5. Press [DISPLAY] to return to the Basic screen.

Expanding the memory

“Diagnosis: ??” means that the DIMM has not been diagnosed. Even if the memory has been diagnosed, the result of diagnosis will be lost when the power is off, and “Diagnosis: ??” appears when you turn the power on next time.

If the internal memory of the CDX-1 already contains pad/sequence, it will be lost when this procedure is performed. If you wish to keep the pad/sequence, you must save it on a CD-RW disc. ➔ “Saving Pad/Sequence” (p. 67)

Expanding the memory

Learning about CD-R/RW discs

What is a CD-R/RW disc?

The CDX-1 lets you record your performances on a CD-RW disc, and finally use a CD-R disc to create an original audio CD. First, here’s some basic information on CDR discs and CD-RW discs.

What is a CD-R disc?

CD-R (Compact Disc Recordable) is a CD to which data can be written. Data can be written only once to a CD-R disc. It is not possible to erase or move the data that has been written. However, you make up to 99 additions to a CD-R disc, as long as free capacity remains.

What is a CD-RW disc?

CD-RW (Compact Disc ReWritable) is a CD that can be written and erased. Data that has been written can be erased, and new data written. A CD-RW disc can be written and erased approximately 1000 times.

Writing to a CD-R disc

There are several ways to write to a CD-R disc. The CDX-1 uses track at once when it creates an original audio CD.

● Track at once:

This method allows writing to be added on a single CD-R disc. As long as capacity remains on the CD-R disc, up to 99 additional writes can be performed as long as you do not finalize the disc. However, if you are writing audio data, it cannot be played on a conventional CD player until you finalize the disc. Also, once a CD-R disc has been finalized, no further additions can be made.

Finalize (p. 204)

Discs for use on the CDX-1

The CDX-1 contains various functions, and the discs it uses will differ depending on the function.

List of usable discs for each operation

fig.13-01e

Learning about CD-R/RW discs

Operation

Playing a audio (CD-DA) Multitrack recording

Creating a original audio CD Backing up song data

Saving pad/sequence data

CD direct recording

Disc

CD-R discs

Recommended CD-R/CD-RW discs

● CD-R Disc

You can use CD-R discs that carry these logos.

CD-RW Disc

●

You must use high-speed compatible CD-RW discs that carry this logo. The CDX-1 cannot use CD-RW discs that are not high-speed compatible.

Also, we recommend that you use CD-RW discs made by the following manufacturers, whose products Roland has successfully tested for writing.

Ricoh Corporation, Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation

high-speed compatible

CD-RW discs

OK OK

Learning about CD-R/RW discs

CD-R/RW disc handling and cleaning

Disc handling

● Do not place a disc in direct sunlight for an extended period of time.

● Hold a disc by inserting a finger in the center hole and pressing your thumb against

the outer edge. Be careful not to get fingerprints on, or scratch the recording surface of the disc (the green surface).

fig.13-05

● Do not drop or stack discs.

● Do not place heavy objects on a disc, or subject it to strong physical shock.

● Do not affix stickers to the label surface of the disc. If a disc is used with a sticker

affixed, read/write errors can occur, or the disc may be scratched.

● When writing a title on the label surface of the disc, use a soft-tipped

writing implement such as a felt pen.

● To protect the disc, keep it in its original case.

Disc cleaning

● If dust or dirt adheres to a disc, gently wipe it off with a soft dry cloth. Always wipe

from the center of the disc outward toward the outer edge. Never wipe the disc in the direction of rotation.

fig.13-06

Panel Descriptions

Top Panel

Panel Descriptions

INPUT section

fig.14-01e

PEAK indicators

These indicate whether distortion is occurring in the sound that is being input to the respective input jacks (MIC1, MIC2, GUITAR/BASS, LINE).

Panel Descriptions

INSERT EFFECTS section

Here you can make settings for the insert effect. ➔ “Using the insert effects” (p. 141), “Insert effect algorithm

list” (p. 175)

fig.14-02e

ON/OFF button

This button switches Insert Effect on and off.

PATCH button

Here you can switch the parameters displayed in the edit section, and change the type of curve.

PHONES Section

fig.14-02ae

LOOP EFFECTS section

Here you can make settings for the loop effects. ➔ “Using the loop effects” (p. 145), “Mixer effect parameter

functions” (p. 174)

fig.14-03e

DELAY button

This button accesses a screen where you can set the volume (send level) that is sent from each audio track to the chorus/ delay/doubling loop effect, and a screen where you can edit the chorus/delay/doubling settings.

* Chorus/delay/doubling cannot be used simultaneously. You can

select and use only one at a time.

REVERB button

This button accesses a screen where you can set the volume (send level) that is sent from each audio track to the loop effect, and a screen where you can edit the reverb settings.

PHONES knob

This knob adjusts the volume of the headphones.

RTN LEVEL (return level) knob

This knob adjusts the volume that is returned from the reverb (the return level).

Panel Descriptions

AUDIO TRACK section

fig.14-04e

TRACK EDIT section

fig.14-05e

PAN Button

This displays a screen where you can set pan (left/right positioning of the sound) for each audio track.

➔

“Setting the left/right position (pan) of an input sound” (p. 113), “Setting the left/right position of each audio track” (p. 132)

STATUS buttons 1–8

These switch the status of each audio track. The current status is shown by the color of the button.

• Extinguished: Sound will not be output (i.e., muted).

• Lit in green: The track is ready for playback.

• Blinking in red: The track is selected as a recording destination.

• Lit in red: The track is now being recorded.

AUDIO TRACK faders

These adjust the volume of each audio track.

EQ (Equalizer) Button

This accesses a screen where you can make equalizer settings to modify the tone of each audio track.

➔

“Adjusting the tone of each audio track—Equalizer” (p. 132)

RHYTHM GUIDE section

Here you can make settings for the Rhythm Guide function. ➔ “Using the rhythm guide” (p. 116)

fig.14-05ae

ON/OFF button

Pressed to cycle the Rhythm Guide function through the available selections: Auto

→

On → Off.

PATTERN/TEMPO button

This accesses a screen where you can set the rhythm pattern and tempo.

Panel Descriptions

DISPLAY, UTILITY and UNDO/REDO Button

fig.14-06e

DISPLAY

button

UTILITY button

UNDO/REDO button

SAMPLE PADS/SEQUENCING Section

fig.14-07e

TEMPO MATCH/PAD EDIT button PAD REC

button

PAD XFADE button

PAD BANKS button

DISPLAY Button

Use these to move between screen pages in the display. ➔ “Switching among the Basic screen” (p. 37)

UTILITY Button

Displays a screen where you can access a variety of functions, including formatting a CD-RW disc, backing up samples, and initializing the system.

UNDO/REDO Button

Cancel the last-performed recording, sampling, or editing operation, and return to the previous state. By pressing [UNDO/REDO] once again, you can bring back the canceled recording or re-execute the editing operation.

➔ “Undoing a recording/editing operation” (p. 138)

SEQ PLAY

DELETE

button

CREATE button

EDIT button

STATUS button

CLIP BOARD button

12 13

PAD/SEQ LEVEL fader

PAD X FADE (pad crossfade) button

HOLD button

Use this button to play pad samples while crossfading. If you press another pad while a sample is already sounding,

the currently sounding sample will be faded-out, and the sample of the pad you pressed subsequently will fade-in and begin sounding.

➔ “Crossfading the pads you play—Pad Crossfade” (p. 71)

1–8 button

PAD BANKS Button

This displays a list of the 64 pad banks. ➔ “Switching pad banks” (p. 54)

STATUS Button

The color of the button will indicate the current status. Lit in green: Play back samples and the sequence track. Lit in red: Record to the pads or sequence track.

* In order to play back a sequence track, turn PAD SEQUENCING [SEQ

PLAY] on (lit).

CLIPBOARD Button

Use this when you want to copy a sample from one pad to another.

➔ “Copying a sample to another pad—Clipboard” (p. 82)

PAD/SEQ LEVEL fader

This adjusts the volume of the pad samples and sequence.

PAD REC (pad recording) button

This button starts/ends sampling. ➔ “Sampling to a pad” (p. 56)

Panel Descriptions

1–8 Buttons

Up to eight samples can be assigned to these pads. Pads to which a sample is assigned will light. The way in which the sample plays and stops can be specified independently for each pad.

➔ “Changing how a pad start and stops sounding—Pad

Play” (p. 70)

AUDIO CD Section

fig.14-08e

AUDIO CD RECORDER

indicator

AUDIO CD

PLAYER indicator

Panel Descriptions

TEMPO MATCH/PAD EDIT button

Pressed to toggle between the Tempo Match setting screen and the Sample Edit screen.

DELETE button

This button deletes the sample of a pad. ➔ “Deleting samples individually” (p. 65)

SEQ PLAY (sequence play) button

Turns the Sequencing function on/off. Turn this on (lit) when you wish to edit or play a sequence

track.

CREATE Button

Use this when you wish to create a sequence (i.e., to record a sequence of pads).

➔ Recording pad operations as you play pads—Realtime

Recording” (p. 90), “Recording pad operations at the specified interval—Step Recording” (p. 93)

EDIT Button

The Sequence Track Edit screen appears. ➔ “Editing a sequence track” (p. 98)

* If you insert a not finalized CD-R disc, both the RECORDER and

PLAYER indicators will light.

AUDIO CD RECORDER indicator

This will light when a new CD-R disc is inserted. This indicates that the audio input from an external source,

the sound of samples being played using pad crossfade, or the playback sound from a sequence track can be recorded directly to a CD-R disc.

➔ “CD direct recording” (p. 159)

AUDIO CD PLAYER indicator

This will light when an audio CD is inserted. This indicator will also light if you insert a CD-R disc written

audio data.

HOLD Button

The sound will continue playing even after you release your hand from the pad.

➔ “Making the sound continue even after you release the

pad—Hold” (p. 72)

Panel Descriptions

AUDIO TRACK RECORD Section

fig.14-09e

AUDIO TRA CK

RECORD indicator

BOUNCE

button

AUDIO TRACK RECORD indicator

This will light when a CD-RW disc for use by the CDX-1 (formatting; p. 110) is inserted.

BOUNCE Button

This button switches to Bounce recording. Use this when you wish to combine multiple audio tracks (1–6 tracks) into two audio tracks.

➔ “Combining the performances of multiple audio tracks—

BOunce Recording” (p. 125)

MIX DOWN

button

CD BURNING

button

Transport section

fig.14-10e

SEARCH button

ZERO button

STOP button

MARK button

REPEAT button

MARK button

This button assigns a marker at the desired location of the song. When you press [MARK], a marker will be assigned to the current location of the song. If you have registered a marker, you will be able to jump instantly to the desired point in the song.

➔ “Assigning Markers within a song—Markers” (p. 129)

REW button

PLAY button

FF button

REC/CD RECORDER button

MIX DOWN Button

This button switches to Mixdown mode. Use this when you wish to combine audio tracks into a master track in order to create an original CD.

➔ “Mixing down” (p. 133)

CD BURNING Button

This will light when CD Burning mode. ➔ “Completing your original CD—CD Burning” (p. 135)

Power Switch

fig.14-09ae

POWER switch

POWER Switch

This is the power switch. It turns the power of the CDX-1 on/off.

SEARCH buttons

• SEARCH [ ]

If the song is stopped, this button takes you back to the previous song. If the song is playing, it returns you to the beginning of the currently playing song.

➔ “Moving to the previous/next track” (p. 50) <During multitrack recording/playing>

This button takes you to the location of the previous marker.

➔ “Moving to the location of a marker” (p. 129)

• SEARCH [ ]

Jump to the next song.

This button moves you to the location of the next marker.

REW (rewind) button

The song will rewind while you hold down the button.

FF (fast-forward) button

The song will fast-forward while you hold down the button.

REPEAT button

You can specify a region that you wish to hear, and play it back repeatedly.

➔ “Specify a region and play it back repeatedly—the Repeat

function” (CD Player; p. 51), “Repeatedly play back a specified region—the Repeat function” (Multitrack recording; p. 128)

ZERO button

Returns to the beginning of the song.

STOP button

Stops recording or playback of the song.

PLAY button

Plays back songs. When REC [ ] is blinking, pressing PLAY [ ] will start

recording.

Panel Descriptions

OUT button

This button specifies the punch-out location. When you press [OUT], the current location will be memorized as the punchout location. After you have specified the punch-out location, you can press [OUT] to move to the punch-out location.

AUTO PUNCH button

This turns the auto punch-in/out function on/off. When this is on, the button will light. By using the auto punch-in/out function, you can automatically punch-in/out at the previously specified locations.

➔ “Automatically punching-in/out at the specified

locations—Auto punch-in/out” (p. 122)

PREVIEW section

Here you can make settings for the Preview function. By using the Preview function, you can precisely adjust the

current location while listening to the sound. ➔ “Cueing to a precise location—Preview” (p. 139)

fig.14-12e

Panel Descriptions

REC/CD RECORDER (recording/CD recorder)

button

This is the Record button. In addition to the Recording operation, it is also used for manual punch-in/out.

➔ “Using the Record button to punch-in/out” (p. 121)

Blinking: indicates recording-standby status. Lit: indicates that recording in progress.

AUTO PUNCH section

Here you can make settings for the punch-in/out function.

fig.14-11e

AUTO PUNCH button

IN button1OUT button

SCRUB button

This button causes an extremely short region of sound that ends or begins at the current location to be played repeatedly (p. 140).

TO button

This button plays the sound from a point one second earlier than the current location to the current location (once only).

If you are in Scrub mode, pressing [TO] will select the region

ending at the current location as the scrub region.

FROM button

IN button

This button specifies the punch-in location. When you press [IN], the current location will be memorized as the punch-in location. After you have specified the punch-in location, you can press [IN] to move to the punch-in location.

This button plays the sound from the current location to a point one second later (once only).

If you are in Scrub mode, pressing [FROM] will select the region beginning at the current location as the scrub region.

Panel Descriptions

234

Control section

fig.14-13e

NO/EXIT

button

YES/ENTER

button

CURSOR buttons

TIME/VALUE dial

CD-RW/CD-R/AUDIO CD indicator section

An indicator will light to show the type of CD that is inserted.

fig.14-14e

CD-RW

indicator

CD-RW indicator

Indicates that a CD-RW disc is inserted.

CD-R indicator

Indicates that a CD-R disc is inserted.

CD-R

indicator

AUDIO CD

indicator

BUSY

indicator

NO/EXIT Button

Press this when you wish to return to the previous screen (i.e., the next higher screen in the hierarchy). You can also press this to respond “no” to a message displayed in the screen.

YES/ ENTER Button

Press this to execute a menu selection. You can also press this to respond “yes” to a message displayed in the screen.

CURSOR Button

When making various settings, use these buttons to move the cursor to the item you wish to set. In screens that consist of multiple pages, these buttons are also used to move between pages.

TIME/VALUE Dial

In screens where there are no items to set, such as the Pre/ post-fader screen (p. 37) and Sequence Play List screen (p. 37), use these buttons to move the current location of the song.

When making settings for various functions, these modify the value of the item selected by the cursor.

AUDIO CD indicator

Indicates that an audio CD type disc is inserted.

BUSY indicator

This indicator will light in red when the inserted CD is being read or written.

Eject button

fig.14-14ae

EJECT button

Eject button

This button opens or closes the CD disc tray.

If you need to remove the CD after the power has been turned off, you must turn on the power once again and press [EJECT] to remove the CD. If you attempt to remove the CD by force, you may damage the disc tray.

If you turn the TIME/VALUE dial clockwise, the value will increase continuously. If you turn the dial counterclockwise, the value will decrease continuously.

Panel Descriptions

MASTER Section

fig.14-15e

MASTERING

TOOLS button

EDIT button

STATUS button

MASTER fader

MASTERING TOOLS Button

This button switches “mastering tools kit” and off.

If CD BURNING mode is selected, this will be turned on

automatically.

EDIT Button

Access a screen where you can set the master balance. ➔ “Adjusting the overall volume balance—Master balance”

(p. 132)

STATUS Button

Shows the status of the Master track. The current state is shown by the color of the button.

➔ Mixdown (p. 133), CD Burning (p. 135)

• Blinking in red: Indicates currently in recording-standby

mode.

• Lit in red: Indicates currently recording

• Lit in green: Recorded Master track data is being

played back.

MASTER fader

You can adjust the overall volume level

(p. 134) effect

Display Section

Various information regarding operation will be displayed here.

Indicates the current time location of the song in “Current track number/Minute/Second.”

Indicates the current time location of the song in “Hour/ Minute/Second/Frame.”

● Frame display The number displayed after the current time indicates the

number of frames for the current location in the song. At the factory settings, one second is set to 30 frames (non-

drop). This is one type of a specification known as MTC (MIDI Time Code), and when you use the CDX-1 to play in synchronization with another MIDI device, you will need to set both devices to the same MTC type.

➔ “Using MTC (Master)” (p. 154)

Indicates the current time location of the song in “Measure/ Beat/Tick.”

This shows the number of the marker at the current location. If no marker is registered at the current location, the number of the marker immediately before the current location will be displayed.

If the current location is earlier than marker number “001,” or if no marker has been registered, the display will indicate “---”.

➔ “Assigning markers within a song—Marker” (p. 129)

This indicates symbol the sequence track that is selected as the playback destination.

➔ “Playing a sequence track” (p. 96)

This indicates the number of the currently selected pad bank. ➔ “Switching pad banks” (p. 54)

fig.14-16

TIME/SONG POSITION

MARK

SEQ TR (Sequence Track)

BNK (Pad Bank)

3 4

Panel Descriptions

Front Panel

fig.front_e

1 2

Disc Tray Emergency eject hole

Rear Panel

fig.rpanel_e

6 7 7

AC ADAPTOR Jack

Cord Hook

MASTER Jack COAXIAL connectors OPTICAL connectors

Disc Tray

Place the CD to be loaded on this tray.

Emergency eject hole

This hole allows the disc tray to be opened in case of emergency.

➔ “If the disc tray does not open” (p. 36)

The jack and button marked by the ❋ symbol cannot be used.

PHONES Jack

LINE Jack

GUITAR/BASS Jack

MIC1 jack

Earth Connector

MIDI Connectors

AC ADAPTOR Jack

Connect the supplied AC adaptor to this jack.

You must use only the included PSB-2U AC adaptor. Use of any other adaptor may cause overheating or malfunctions.

Cord Hook

Wrap the cable around this hook so that the AC adaptor cable is not pulled out accidentally.

* If the AC adaptor is disconnected during operation, your important

recorded data may be lost.

FOOT SWICH Jack

MIC2 jack

Earth Connector

Connect the ground cable here.

In some cases, a Electric Guitar etc. is connected, the metallic part of the panel may sometimes feel rough and grainy. This is due to an infinitesimal electrical charge, which is absolutely harmless. However, if you are concerned about this, connect the ground terminal (see figure) with an external ground. When the unit is grounded, a slight hum may occur, depending on the particulars of your installation. If you are unsure of the connection method, contact the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

Unsuitable places for connection

• Water pipes (may result in shock or electrocution)

• Gas pipes (may result in fire or explosion)

• Telephone-line ground or lightning rod (may be dangerous in the event of lightning)

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